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Emotion & Feeling

むかっと

muka-tto

Flash of anger

A sudden surge of irritation or anger. Quicker and more explosive than 'iraira' — a momentary flash rather than a slow burn.

💡Someone cutting in line — 'I felt muka-tto when he pushed ahead of me.'

Example

失礼なことを言われて、むかっとした。

I felt a flash of anger muka-tto at the rude remark.

Quiz yourself

I felt ___ when he took credit for my work.

自分の手柄を横取りされて○○とした。

angerirritationflashsuddenannoyance
Intermediate